Start doing nice things for yourself with this 30-day self-love challenge. Take care of your mental health by showing self love every day. Self love is the greatest form of self care.
Love what you do and treat yourself with kindness and compassion.
Become free from your mind without any guilt for prioritizing your needs. Take inspiration from this post to practice these self love ideas and be receptive to the feeling of loving yourself more.
You do not need to take this challenge in a way to complete all the 30 things straight for 30 days.
If you are just starting feel free to take up these self love activities that make you feel happy and comfortable.
But if you want to go with each of the 30 things for consecutive 30 days, that is also a wonderful way to explore your daily self love.
Now let us begin our 30-day self love challenge and find out the things you can do for your self-love activities.
Related read: 20 Good Habits to Love Yourself More
Before we get on the self love challenge here is why you need to take this challenge
- In 30 days you will start feeling good and this will improve your health positively
- You start to feel confident in yourself as you give attention to your wants and needs
- You will live up to your full potential enjoying your life in every way possible
- Self love shifts your mindset giving you a positive outlook on the world
Here are the 30 self love practices given below that you can enjoy in 30 days challenge and start loving yourself more!
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30-day self love challenge – 30 things to do for self-love
DAY 1
Write 5 things you love about yourself
What are the 5 things you love about yourself, write them down to understand how you see yourself in respect of self love.
Use the idea from this post 80 self love affirmations to transform your life
DAY 2
Work on the fear that has been holding you back
Fear halts your progress in life and makes you powerless. Take this day to ditch the fearsome things that always give you a chill!
If that is any challenging thing you have yet to try, then make good use of this 30-day self love challenge.
Unleash your potential by attempting any activity that makes you afraid. You will only wonder why you did not try that yet.
Letting go of your fear will only bring you closer to yourself adding more self love and self confidence.
If you feel you are lacking in confidence then check out this post on 20 simple habits to boost your self confidence
DAY 3
Have a structured daily routine
Lack of routine makes most of us get overwhelmed and directionless. Find your ideal routine to add good habits to daily life to become productive.
Following a well-round and easy morning and evening routine will set you up for a successful and enjoyable day.
Take some ideas from this post where I share My ultimate morning routine that changed my life or this one bedtime routine for sleep trouble.
Choose your daily routine to find balance and self love.
DAY 4
Talk positively to yourself and be done with your limiting beliefs
This is the day when you stay away from uttering anything negative about yourself! This is just the objectified version of your limiting beliefs.
Speak positively like this-
“I am capable of making this day the best”
“I am creating the life of my dreams”
“I am strong enough to do anything”
Positive statements like this will set your mind in more positive feelings and loving emotions.
A happy mind always creates good results. Choose positivity more for adding more self love in your life.
This post is going to help you: How to become a positive person- 17 simple ways
DAY 5
Eat a healthy meal
Make a healthy choice in your meal plan today. Add lots of vegetables and fruits to your platter that boost your nutrition.
Skip any junk or processed food to show your body love and care. Moreover, adding pulses, spices, whole grains and good carbs are great way to boost your immunity.
A day of a well-balanced meal plate will surely improve how you feel and look.
DAY 6
Take small steps to make yourself independent in all ways
Being independent always creates an empowering effect on anyone’s mind. The feeling of freedom, both financially and emotionally makes you happy and worthy.
Start taking small steps in making yourself self sufficient to take responsibility for yourself and your family.
This is a way to improve your self confidence in a 30-day self love challenge to change your life.
Related read: How to boost your self confidence – 14 small habits
DAY 7
Create your positive statements and use them all day as affirmation.
Your positive affirmations are empowering mantras to keep you motivated in your life.
Create a set of top 3 to 5 daily affirmations and say them once you wake up in the morning. It has a beautiful impression on your mind which is fresh and rested.
You can also try saying them aloud in front of your mirror. These affirmation mantras create a positive sensation in our brain creating good thoughts.
Feel free to practice affirmation any way you want to as long as it makes you feel loved.
Check out: 31 positive morning affirmations to start your day right
DAY 8
Celebrate your small wins along with big acheivements
Appreciate yourself more by being happy about all your achievements in daily life. Be it a small win but you have done it.
Show love to yourself which will boost your self confidence to attempt mighty goals.
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DAY 9
Cook or treat yourself to a lovely meal
If you love cooking or not, try making yourself a lovely meal. See how it makes you feel. The empowering bliss that ones get with self made dish is something else!
Nothing better than taking yourself for a special treat of food that you have always wanted to have but never did.
The aroma and the taste of your favorite foods make you feel cherished and loved.
DAY 10
Drink enough water and stay hydrated
Drink the minimum of water that keeps you hydrated and your body supple.
You need water in your system daily so try having regular water to avoid any dehydration, nausea, dry skin, or dizziness.
Regular intake of water keeps you cool and immune from many diseases and deficiencies.
You may find this post helpful: 40 powerful habits to start a healthy lifestyle
DAY 11
Follow a daily self care routine
Self care is very important for your mental and physical health.
Daily self care for a few minutes is all that you need for falling in love with yourself again and again.
Start making yourself a priority by allowing time for that quiet moment, that nap, or witnessing the sunset. These are tiny habits that can change your life for good.
Follow a daily self care routine like bathing, cleaning up, or reading a nice book. These activities surely make you more relaxed and connect with your inner true self.
You will not make a selfish person but rather one who takes good care of herself. When you love yourself more you become more loving and patient to your loved ones.
You may want to read 60 easy self care tips for a busy life
If you are currently suffering from mental fatigue and read this post about 30 self care habits for positive mental health
DAY 12
Do something that makes you feel alive
Engage in an activity that you feel passionate about.
This can be your favorite hobby to spend your relaxing time adding more self love. You may like sewing, singing, dancing, swimming, clay making, or organizing your space.
Try things that make you feel alive like sitting with a good book outdoors, going for a picnic, or star gazing and butterfly spotting.
These are small things to have a peaceful time with yourself. It is a good way to reconnect with your inner being and innocence.
DAY 13
Take good care of your mind
Protect your mind from getting derailed by people, words, or thoughts that provoke bad vibes and emotions.
Let go of any toxic people in your life or your toxic habits to make space for more self love and happiness.
Avoid thinking about any hurtful words spoken to you. Anger and resentment snatch your love for yourself. Any negative mindset impacts your health poorly.
Unfollow social accounts that do not bring you any happiness and instill comparison and an inferiority complex.
These are the few ways one can take care of mental health and increase self love.
DAY 14
Practice gratitude for all you have right now
Be grateful for everything you are blessed with right this moment.
Say them or write the 3 things you are grateful for in your life. The perfect time would be morning.
Writing them down makes your mind receptive to the idea of having so many small but wonderful things to practice gratitude.
Gratitude prayer is a powerful habit to change your life and add more happiness.
Download this Free Gratitude list printable PDF and start your gratitude journey for self love
DAY 15
Take a full day rest or weekend reset to recharge and reconnect
Your 30-day self love challenge needs you to have rest for a full day.
Resting and doing nothing is a great way to calm your mind and relax your body.
Take a day off to just be with yourself and rest. Moments of relaxation are a great way to love yourself by reconnecting with your inner person.
Read this post if you want to have a joyful Sunday self care routine for a great week
DAY 16
Stay out of any guilt or shame from your past
These are everything in your mind. Let them go away from you and focus on your present.
Everyone makes mistakes. Clinging to your past won’t erase that. It is gone.
Stop infecting your mind with the same painful thoughts.
Why not enjoy the now and build new habits to get ahead in life?
If you want to progress and have personal growth remove all hurtful pasts or mistakes that make you feel ashamed or guilty.
The more you forget these uneventful pasts the more connected you will feel with yourself. You will love yourself more without any shackles.
DAY 17
Trust your intuition in life
Follow your dreams no matter how small or big. It is yours already once you dreamt of it!
Trust your dreams and the message you receive from your inner self.
To make your life goals come true, it is necessary what you feel and how you communicate in your mind.
The closer you can get to your inner wisdom and listen to what it says to you, the better will be your self improvement.
DAY 18
Invest in yourself and learn a new course
Develop your skills by investing in a course or workshop and grow your potential.
Learning something new that adds value to our lives brings more joy and satisfaction to our minds. The thrill and joy of knowing something new and utilizing it surely improve the love and self esteem within yourself.
DAY 19
Exercise and move your body
Enjoy an exercise session in any way that makes you comfortable.
Feeling agile in your body and mind is all about moving your body.
Light yoga with stretching, deep breathing, or a long walk in nature can be a catalyst to boost your mood all day.
If you want some workout add some cardio, zumba, or any outdoor sports that make you feel active.
The idea is to move your body to feel healthy and improve your self love.
DAY 20
Work on your negative thoughts
Try working on shifting your negative thoughts into better positive ones.
It is very easy to be drawn to bad thoughts, replacing those with good life changing thoughts.
If you want to love yourself more then change your limiting negatives into infinite possibilities. Set this day to think only of healthy things in your life and others.
DAY 21
Spend your time and energy with those who actually make you feel good
Choosing your surroundings is very important to stay loyal to your life goals.
Be with those people who make you happy and motivated in your journey. No energy drainers today or ever.
When you feel good in your mind you fall in love with yourself again.
DAY 22
Go for a solo date
Enjoy a nice sudden solo date with yourself and go out. Do anything you like and eat whatever you want.
After all, you are having a fun time alone so need to adjust to other choices.
Having a day all to yourself is a great way to connect and fall in love with your aura.
Treat yourself like an empress as you are!
DAY 23
Sit for meditation to stay calm
Connect with your inner being to find your natural rhythm. Practicing mindfulness and slow living are the best ways to do this.
Meditate or sit quietly with eyes closed, if you are a beginner for 5 minutes a day. Feel it and focus on your breathing. Let your random thoughts pass by.
With practice, you will start to feel calm and aligned with your inner peace.
Everything that used to make you overwhelmed and anxious will fall into the right place giving you more self belief.
DAY 24
Treat yourself to that dream vacation
Take up new adventures and excitement with the vacation you have been eyeing for. If a long vacation seems too much right now, no worries.
Go for a short one that has adventure and fun labeled to it. Dive into the merry-making time letting go of any other thoughts.
Take this ‘me time’ to feel happy and fall in love with yourself again!
DAY 25
Write down all your thoughts in your journal
Become aware of your current thoughts, and feelings by jotting down any way you like in your notebook or journal.
Stay away from making any judgments on your written thoughts or emotions. Journaling helps to let your ideas flow out making you discover your true self.
Journaling with self love journal prompts is a great way to test your self love challenge.
Here are 70 self love journal prompts for self discovery
DAY 26
Soak yourself in nature
Enjoy your outdoors more and feel relaxed with nature all around.
Bask in the sunlight great for your health and mental wellbeing. Vitamin D is important for more joy and happiness.
DAY 27
Put on that lovely dress you have wished to wear
It is time to take out that lovely dress you have wished for a long to put on but never did.
Get dressed up like a diva and feel good about yourself. Looking good boosts self confidence and self love.
DAY 28
Check out your local place like a tourist
Have you visited all the places in your locality?
If not then check out your place just like a tourist. Get lost in the wonder of exploring the new things you never knew about your town or city.
Enjoy that park you never visited or sit in a new cafe or bookshop and have a relaxing time.
It is a fun and cool way to fall in love with yourself and your place again!
DAY 29
Visualize your dreams and make them come true
Have faith in your dreams.
Your visualization needs faith and loyalty to the dreams you are weaving in your mind.
Make goals in life and plan how to execute them. You are fully capable of doing it.
Although many of us do not need a single day to daydream and visualize our wishes.
But enjoy this day as one of your 30-day self love challenge and make the most of it!
DAY 30
Adopt a new habits that has the power to change your life
Add a habit or two to your daily routine to feel the change taking place in life. Habits have the power to transform yourself.
Adopt any good habits, a small habit to take that first step to become your best self.
So often to feel loved again you have to get out of your comfort zone and try new things in life.
Today is the day to start a new chapter in your life with that new habit.
I hope this 30-day self love challenge is beneficial for your journey to start your self love journey.
Fall in love with yourself with these 30 things that you can do in 30 days.
But these habits and things can be done throughout your life as per your choice and liking. Change these self love activities with anything you feel connected with.
Thank you. Keep loving yourself!
“I am not bound to win, but I am bound to be true. I am not bound to succeed, but I am bound to live up to what light I have.”
Abraham Lincoln
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